2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
